Associate Professor

Dr. Afaq Ali Khan

Head of Department (HoD), Management Sciences

Director of Student Affairs (DSA)

Al-Kawthar University, Karachi

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About us

Dr. Afaq Ali Khan

Professional Profile

Over 30 years of diversified experience in teaching and research at university and professional institutes.

Attended and presented in international and national conferences, seminars, and workshops.

Substantial experience in management and administration of research surveys, workshops, and academic events.

Proven track record of publications in international journals, national journals, and reputed newspapers/magazines.

Professional Strengths

Research Focus Areas

education

University of Karachi

Ph.D. (Economics – Human Capital & Economic Growth)

Mohammad Ali Jinnah University, Karachi

MS/M.Phil. (Economics & Finance)

International Islamic University, Islamabad

M.Sc. (Economics)

International Islamic University, Islamabad

B.Sc. (Economics)

experience

Professional Experience

Al-Kawthar University, Karachi

Director of Student Affairs (DSA) & Head of Department - ( August 2025 – Present )

  • Managing student development programs, extracurricular activities, and welfare initiatives
  • Academic leadership and curriculum design
  • Faculty management and administrative oversight

Al-Kawthar University, Karachi

Head of Department - ( June 2025 – August 2025 )

  • Academic leadership and curriculum design
  • Faculty management and administrative oversight

Al-Kawthar University, Karachi

Associate Professor - ( April 2025 – June 2025 )

Mohammad Ali Jinnah University (MAJU), Karachi

Assistant Professor - ( March 2017 – March 2025 )

Mohammad Ali Jinnah University, Karachi

Associate Professor & Associate Dean - ( March 2013 – January 2016 )

  • Chairman, Department of Economics & Disciplinary Committee

Mohammad Ali Jinnah University, Karachi

Associate Professor & Chairman - ( March 2008 – February 2013 )

Recent Publications

recent publication

Driving Innovation in Pakistani Manufacturing SMEs

Climate Change and Wellbeing of Youth in Urban Pakistan

Impact of Direct and Indirect Taxes on PSX Firms

Economic Development and Population Nexus

Impact of FDI on Primary Sector Exports: Evidence from Pakistan

Social Development Activities

Contributing to Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 1, 2, 4, 6)

Tharparkar & Karachi

Project Locations

Hand Pump Installations

Water Access Projects

Community Support

Goods & Medicine Distribution

Deputy Convener ( Current )

FPCCI CSR Central Standing Committee

Deputy Convener

FPCCI Industry-Academia Linkages

Member

FPCCI Standing Committee on Research & Development

Featured expert on economic and social issues including budget analysis, inflation, poverty, and governance.

30+ Newspaper Articles published on economics, inflation, budget, poverty, and policy issues

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